Civils Site Agent

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager on behalf of a civil engineering main contractor to work on projects across West Yorkshire...

This large main contractor have been established over 50 years and are a well-known contractor in North of England. They've developed a strong name in Yorkshire having undergone significant regional growth in recent years, they now need a Site Agent to join them. 5 new sites to start shortly in West Yorkshire alongside ongoing work and a full order book for 2026 & most of 2027. Looking like it's going to be a very busy couple of years for them!

Projects: highways, s278 works, deep drainage, public realm / streetworks, flood defence, bridges / structures etc. General Civil Engineering works. Projects £5m-£15m.

Please note: all work is regional, they aim to keep staff within 1 hour of home where possible.

Responsibilities as Agent / Manager:

• Manage project at all setup & site stages
• Writing & updating site documentation
• Cost control with QS
• Attend & hold meetings on sites with stakeholders
• Temporary Works management
• Management of sub-contractors
• Project & progress reports
• H&S file updates & audits on site
• Coordination of site team: General Foremen & Site Engineers
• Keeping site file up to date regularly

Experience required:

• Candidates must have proven experience at Site Manager / Site Agent level with a principal contractor on Civil Engineering / Highways projects (values £5m+)
• Site Engineer background is advantageous
• Basic knowledge of contract changes, NEC3 / NEC4 desired
• Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree)
• Must hold: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid and Full Driver's License

Remuneration:

A salary of up to £62,000 (dependent upon experience) plus:

1. Company vehicle or circa. £7k per annum allowance
2. Fuel card for business milage incl. personal mileage compensation
3. 28 days + stat annual leave
4. Up to 9% pension contribution
5. Medical care
6. Discretionary bonus
7. And more...

For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.